We visited the castle during a trip up the mountain with the Drachenfelsbahn with a combined…read moreticket. Not knowing what to expect, we spend first money in an excellent giftshop before entering the castle. What a nice place. A lovely location with great views, nice furniture and wall paintings, but, above all, fantastic stained glass windows. A great place to visit.

Such a beautiful, but eccentric, castle near Bonn!…read more Schloss Drachenburg is definitely reminiscent of Neuschwanstein Castle in Bavaria, but has its own uniqueness. The castle is a crazy mix of architectural styles and has an over-the-top, display of wealth, but, again, it's a castle. They were built to impress and impress it does! It's funny to learn that, although it has a very medieval feel, the castle was only built in the late 1800s. The decorations are gorgeous and make you feel like you're living in a fairy tale! Although the castle suffered some damage during the war, it has been beautifully restored and the grounds are still well-maintained. Our visit came a little too early and we just missed out on the start of a Christmas market at the castle. Regardless, it was a magical visit and worth the trip out of Bonn! Definitely pay the extra couple euros and enjoy a ride on the funicular too!

Food was amazing and good size portions! Wine good and beer good! Service was prompt and friendly…read more View was amazing! Answered questions we had about the surrounding area. Loved the haddock with mustard sauce, cooked cucumbers unusual but tasty. Side salad with the meatball in caper sauce was huge! Lovely fresh vegetables!

Great location on the Rhein river. Sit outside if you can. Fairly standard menu for both food and…read moredrinks but all good. Service was very good and we enjoyed hanging out here on the terrace watching ships and people go by. Tends to have a bit of a tourist feel to it but inevitable with the location. I'll be back here if the opportunity presents itself.

Reconstructed in the early 20th century using original stones from the 13th century medieval gate…read morethat once guarded Bonn's city walls. Outside the medieval walls are several notable water features: 1. Drinking fountain clearly labeled for human consumption; 2. Running spigot where the water drained into a trench. This was perfect for providing a continuous source of fresh water to birds and other animals; and 3. Fountain with surround seating which gives people a cool, shaded place to gather. However, our favorite feature are the three curved park benches which are brilliantly designed. They provide seating for up to 8 people to sit in close proximity, all the easier to have conversations together. They are constructed of metal tubes, making them weather-resistant, hygienic, and easy-to-clean.

The Pützchens Markt is a huge fair that runs for just 5 days beginning on the Friday before the 2nd…read moreweekend in September. It brings together hundreds of stalls where you can play carnival games, enjoy varieties of food (German classics such as Bratwurst and Currywurst, crépes, noodles, waffles and the usual delicious sweets). You'll even find a Bavarian beer hall to help you prep for Oktoberfest. There's a tonne of fun to be had with the many rides as well, ranging from several "house of horrors" to dodgem cars to spinning rides, shooting rides, roller coasters and the carnival classic strap-people-in-then-throw-them-around-and-spin-up-in-the-air craziness. All-in-all a great time for everyone! Weekends are typically crowded, as is the final evening with the fireworks show at 10pm. If you come for the final day (Tuesday), you'll enjoy some great bargains at the dutch-style plant auctions (pick up a bunch of house plants for your entire apartment for just a handful of Euro!). Entrance is free - just pay per ride (typically €2 - €7,50).

Only two people have reviewed this? Seriously? Oh well, that means that my review is basically…read morethe gospel here. It's definitely worth a visit. If you have time, have a picnic in the front lawn; it is lined with these cool trees and draws in all sorts of people. I saw a group doing boot camp closer to the front of the lawn when I was there. I got lost in the botanical garden; diverse, so much to see, so peaceful.